Coronations Collection

Daily Sketch Coronation Number 1953 Queen Elizabeth II
Front cover of The Daily Sketch Coronation Number featuring a portrait of the new monarch, Queen Elizabeth II. Date: 1953

The Coronation Regalia of Britain
The various pieces of regalia used during the Coronation ceremonies of British Kings and Queens. 1. St. Edwards Crown, 2. The Imperial State Crown, 3. Prince of Wales coronet, 4

The Coronation Coach
The State coach, weighing 4 tonnes, which first appeared on the streets of London at an opening of Parliament by George III has been used at every Royal coronation since that of George IV

Crowns of Britain
The numerous crowns of Britain, used through a thousand years. The Imperial State Crown is shown at the top of the page and the final, crown at bottom right, is St

Map of the Coronation ritual within Westminster Abbey
A panoramic view inside Westminster Abbey to show the position, movements and sequence of ceremonies (indicated by numbers) of the Coronation ceremony of King George VI. Date: 1937

Coronation of King George V and Queen Mary consort, George V wearing the Imperial State Crown, and Royal Purple Robe of State

Coronation 1937 - cutaway of Westminster Abbey
Magnificent, highly detailed cutaway illustration of Westminster Abbey, with the Northern walls removed to show the interior seating arrangements and the positions occupied by King George VI

1902 Coronation Birds Custard Powder advertisement
A patriotic advertisement for Birds Custard Powder placed in the Coronation Number of The Graphic celebrating the Coronation of King Edward VII and featuring a crown on top of a packet. Date: 1902

Coronation of Queen Elizabeth II, 1953
Coronation of Queen Elizabeth II. The Queen passing through Westminster Abbey wearing St Edwards crown and carrying the orb and sceptre. Date: 2nd June 1953

Two Heralds and a Pursuivant (L. to R.) Rouge Coix Pursuivant, Mr. J. R. Bromhead Walker, with Somerset Herald, Major M. R. Trappes-Lomax, and York Herald, Mr. A. J. Toppin

The coronation of King Edward VII and Queen Alexandra
The Coronation of His Majesty King Edward VII and Queen Alexandra. 1902. 1902

Coronation regalia jewels
Page from The Sketch depicting some of the famous and priceless jewels forming the Coronation regalia of King George VI in 1937. St

The Officers of Arms of the College of Heralds and the Earl Marshal. (L. to R.) Bluemantle, Mr. J. A. Frere; Windsor Herald, Mr. R. P. Graham Vivian; Richmond Herald, Mr. A. R

Coronation 1937 - procession after ceremony
First sight of King George VI and his consort, Queen Elizabeth after they had left Westminster Abbey for the processional drive back to Buckingham Palace

The Queen wearing the imperial crown, members of the royal family, and maids of honour, on the balcony at the palace for the fly-past of the RAF following her Coronation on 2nd June 1953. 1953

Front Cover, the Sphere, Coronation Number, 6 June 1953
The Front Cover of the Spheres Coronation Number, 6 June 193, featuring the royal coat of arms, and a scroll that reads " The Coronation of Queen Elizabeth II". Date: 1953

Coronation of George III
The coronation of George III

The seven King Edwards (colour litho)
3103921 The seven King Edwards (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The seven King Edwards)

God Save the King in living letters on HMS Terrible
An impressive living display formed by the crew (dressed in white) of H.M.S. Terrible in honour of the Coronation of King Edward VII in 1902. It was organised by Captain Percy Scott R.N

1937 Coronation - King arrives at the annexe door
King George VI wearing the Crimson Robe of State and the Cap of Estate, pictured about to enter Westminster Abbey for his Coronation on 12 May 1937. Date: 1937

THE CORONATION RING - Edward the Confessor giving a ring to a beggar (in fact St John the Evangelist in disguise); a ring representing this one has been used at Coronations ever since

The Coronation Book of Henry I - a 12th century manuscript of St John's Gospel, said to have been used for the taking of the Coronation Oath from Henry I to Henry VIII

CORONATION/CHAMPION ENGL
The Champion of England, head of the House of Dymoke, Lincolnshire - it was a tradition for him to appear at every coronation until that of George IV in 1821 Date: -

CORONATION LEGEND
The Legend of the Coronation Stone. Jacob sleeping on the Stone at Bethel. Edward I dedicating the Stone to the Confessor. The wanderings of the Stone. A Westminster scholar's freak in 1801

Champion entering Westminster Hall, coronation 1821
Coronation of George IV showing the North view of Westminster Hall, with a representation of the champion entering through the triumphal arch. Date: 1821

The Coronation of Mary, by Raffaello Sanzio da Urbino, also Raffael da Urbino, Raffaello Santi, Raffaello Sanzio
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Coronation Decorations, the Peace Trophy erected by the Corporation of the City of London (litho)
1043796 Coronation Decorations, the Peace Trophy erected by the Corporation of the City of London (litho) by Brewer, Henry Charles (1866-1950); Private Collection; (add.info.: Coronation Decorations)

The Coronation Ceremony, a Historical Account (litho)
1600887 The Coronation Ceremony, a Historical Account (litho) by Wilson, Thomas Walter (1851-1912); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Coronation Ceremony, a Historical Account)

Coronations of English Sovereigns, Henry V (litho)
1629484 Coronations of English Sovereigns, Henry V (litho) by Stewart, Allan (1865-1951); Private Collection; (add.info.: Coronations of English Sovereigns, Henry V)

Proclaiming the Kings Coronation in London, 28 June, the Ceremony at Temple Bar (engraving)
1628853 Proclaiming the Kings Coronation in London, 28 June, the Ceremony at Temple Bar (engraving) by Stewart, Allan (1865-1951); Private Collection; (add.info)

The King of Prussia crowning himself in the Chapel of the Teutonic Order at Konigsberg (engraving)
2773669 The King of Prussia crowning himself in the Chapel of the Teutonic Order at Konigsberg (engraving) by Durand, Godefroy (1832-1896); Private Collection; (add.info)

The Herald of Peace, the Most Welcome Coronation Guest (litho)
1043768 The Herald of Peace, the Most Welcome Coronation Guest (litho) by Haenen, Frederic de (1853-1928); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Herald of Peace, the Most Welcome Coronation Guest)

The Inthronisation of the King (litho)
1040886 The Inthronisation of the King (litho) by Haenen, Frederic de (1853-1928); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Inthronisation of the King)

Coronations of English Sovereigns, Edward IV (litho)
1629514 Coronations of English Sovereigns, Edward IV (litho) by Woodville, Richard Caton II (1856-1927) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Coronations of English Sovereigns, Edward IV)

Coronations of English Sovereigns, Edward I, Plantagenet (litho)
1629451 Coronations of English Sovereigns, Edward I, Plantagenet (litho) by Woodville, Richard Caton II (1856-1927) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Coronations of English Sovereigns)

Coronations of English Sovereigns, Edward the Confessor (engraving)
1629354 Coronations of English Sovereigns, Edward the Confessor (engraving) by Woodville, Richard Caton II (1856-1927) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Coronations of English Sovereigns)

Chocolat d Aiguebelle trade card, Hugues Capet (chromolitho)
963992 Chocolat d Aiguebelle trade card, Hugues Capet (chromolitho) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Chocolat d Aiguebelle trade card)

The ceremony of performing the Champions Challenge (engraving)
603620 The ceremony of performing the Champions Challenge (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The ceremony of performing the Champions Challenge)

Presented to subscribers of The Age newspaper (coloured engraving)
605366 Presented to subscribers of The Age newspaper (coloured engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

The coronation of King George V and Queen Mary (colour litho)
732477 The coronation of King George V and Queen Mary (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The coronation of King George V and Queen Mary)

Triumphal Arch on the Alexander Platz, Berlin (engraving)
2773671 Triumphal Arch on the Alexander Platz, Berlin (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Triumphal Arch on the Alexander Platz, Berlin)

What I Saw Of The Coronation (colour litho)
3094682 What I Saw Of The Coronation (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: What I Saw Of The Coronation)

Effigy of Queen Elizabeth I (colour litho)
3095823 Effigy of Queen Elizabeth I (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Effigy of Queen Elizabeth I. Postcard, early 20th century.); © Look and Learn

Coronation chair in Westminster Abbey (engraving)
603534 Coronation chair in Westminster Abbey (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Coronation chair in Westminster Abbey)

The coronation of Napoleon I (engraving)
725975 The coronation of Napoleon I (engraving) by David, Jacques Louis (1748-1825) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The coronation of Napoleon I)

The Coronation of the Queen of Holland, Rejoicings at the Hague (litho)
1606484 The Coronation of the Queen of Holland, Rejoicings at the Hague (litho) by Wright, Henry Charles Seppings (1850-1937); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Coronation of the Queen of Holland)

Coronations of English Sovereigns, Charles II (litho)
1629627 Coronations of English Sovereigns, Charles II (litho) by Amato, G.S. (fl.1897-1914) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Coronations of English Sovereigns, Charles II)

Crowning of Bruce (engraving)
1616933 Crowning of Bruce (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Crowning of Bruce. Illustration for The Illustrated London News, 25 March 1843)

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Step into the grandeur of coronations: a journey through history and tradition. The Daily Sketch Coronation Number 1953 Queen Elizabeth II captures the essence of this momentous occasion, as she ascended to the throne. Marvel at The Coronation Coach, a symbol of regal splendor that has carried monarchs for centuries. Delve into the Crowns of Britain, each one holding stories of power and prestige. Witness the awe-inspiring cutaway of Westminster Abbey during the Coronation in 1937, revealing its intricate beauty and sacred significance. Explore the Map of the Coronation ritual within these hallowed walls, where centuries-old traditions were upheld. The Coronation of Queen Elizabeth II in 1953 marked a new era with grace and poise. Reflect on King George V and Queen Mary's majestic ceremony that united a nation. Discover The Coronation Regalia of Britain, dazzling jewels that have adorned kings and queens throughout time. Even advertisements like Birds Custard Powder from 1902 celebrated this historic event, reminding us how deeply ingrained they can in our culture. Two Heralds and a Pursuivant announce their arrival with pomp and circumstance while commemorating King Edward VII and Queen Alexandra's memorable coronation. The Front Cover of The Sphere's Coronation Number on June 6th, 1953 encapsulates all these moments in one captivating image. Join us on this enchanting journey through time as we unravel the rich tapestry woven by coronations.